Sacramento, CA…Dear Governor and Legislative Leaders: The Joint Legislative Audit Committee requested an audit of the State’s homelessness funding, including an evaluation of the efforts undertaken by the State and two cities to monitor the cost‑effectiveness of such spending. The following report (2023‑102.1) focuses primarily on the State’s activities, in particular the California Interagency Council […]
Sacramento, CA…Two surveys released today don’t paint a pretty picture nationally or in California for the small-business economy. As it does the second Tuesday of every month, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) releases its latest Small Business Economic Trends (SBET) report (also known as the Optimism Index) on the state of the small […]
Jackson, CA…The Amador Community Foundation (ACF) has awarded a check for $2,300 to the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program of Amador and Calaveras, administered locally by Nexus Youth & Family Services in Jackson. The award was made possible thanks to the Women & Children’s Support Resource Fund, an ACF donor-advised fund aptly named after […]
Washington, DC…The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in March on a seasonally adjusted basis, the same increase as in February, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.5 percent before seasonal adjustment. The index for shelter rose in […]
Phillips Station, CA…After a dry start to the year, March storms provided boost to snowpack but runoff will be the key to future water supply. Governor Newsom highlights new California Water Plan Update 2023 to chart California’s path towards a sustainable, climate-resilient, and equitable water supply The Department of Water Resources (DWR) today conducted the […]
San Andreas, CA…Increasing capital access for California’s underinvested small businesses is what the Technical Assistance for Capital Readiness Program is all about. It is backed by $25.3 million in funding from the U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). SSBCI is designed to spur investment to businesses with 1-9 employees, small manufacturing companies, and businesses operated by […]
Calaveras County, CA…Back in the day, there were the “good guys” and then, there were the “bad guys.” But now, this historic Gold Rush community is celebrating the “wealth” that comes from the pioneering women of Calaveras County. While the women of Calaveras County have always been trailblazers, the county continues to cultivate strong pioneers […]
Chandler, AZ…Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) By the way, your dad is right about unions. (Laughter.) Your dad is right: Unions built the middle class. Wall Street didn’t. Unions built the middle class. (Applause.) So, thanks, Tilden, for that introduction and — a union sheet metal worker, a proud member of the Navajo Nation. You’re going […]
San Francisco, CA…AT&T is requesting: Approval to be relieved of its Carrier of Last Resort (COLR) obligations in certain areas of California. If approved, AT&T would no longer be required to offer landline telephone service where it is currently required to offer Basic Service in those areas. Basic Service includes nine service elements such as […]
Chicago, IL…The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) announced an agreement that would end litigation of claims brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions. The agreement would resolve claims against NAR, over one million NAR members, all state/territorial and local REALTOR® associations, all association-owned MLSs, and all brokerages with an NAR member as […]
Boca Chica, TX…Starship returned to integrated flight testing with its third launch from Starbase in Texas. While it didn’t happen in a lab or on a test stand, it was absolutely a test. What we achieved on this flight will provide invaluable data to continue rapidly developing Starship. Watch Starship’s third flight test → https://t.co/bJFjLCiTbK […]
Washington, DC…The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in February on a seasonally adjusted basis, after rising 0.3 percent in January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported yesterday. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.2 percent before seasonal adjustment. The index for shelter rose in […]
Sacramento, CA…Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson) presented Senate Bill (SB) 1028 in the Governmental Organization Committee to address the challenges rural counties in California face with limited on-sale general licenses for bona fide eating places. This legislation also aims to empower local economies and cater to the needs of both residents and tourists. Under the current […]
Valley Springs, CA…Your home is one of the most important investments you’ll ever make in terms of comfort and peace of mind and the most important decision you can make when you’re getting ready to build a new home, or remodel your current home, is finding the right general contractor. How do you know you […]
Arnold, California, For Immediate Release, Mar 2024 – Hinterhaus Distilling, the family-operated distillery in the California Sierra Nevada, earned the Innovation Award at the 2024 Annual Judging of Craft Spirits in Denver, CO, for its Warming Hut holiday spirit. It also took home 9 medals at the competition, making it one of the most decorated […]
Amador County, CA…Hospice of Amador and Calaveras is thrilled to announce the receipt of a substantial donation of $400,000 from the estate of the late Gary E. Noice. A staunch supporter of the community, Gary Noice’s bequest is a testament to his dedication to making a lasting impact even beyond his lifetime. The donation comes […]
Arnold, CA….Along Hwy 4 from Big Trees State Park Up to Cottage Springs over 1,700 customers are powerless as the heavy waves of this storm roll in. In Tuolumne County PG&E Electrons are frozen from Cold Springs to Strawberry with about 700 customers are in the dark.
Murphys, CA…If you are buying or selling, let us assist you with your real estate needs. Are you looking for a home in Murphys, a cabin in Arnold snow country, a ranchette in Angels Camp, big acreage or vineyard in the foothills, recreation land in the forest, we’ve got you covered. We are an […]
Arnold, CA…Thank You All!!! With the National News filled with news of the news as a business model imploding we set a new January record and it was the second highest monthly traffic total in our 19 year history!! Local News Matters!! It’s the last place we ALL Meet! These numbers were directly measured on […]
Arnold, CA…Thank You for the 9,995,710 Page Views in December! That was a new December record for us and shows interest in our area continues to grow! When you advertise on ThePineTree.net not only does your message reach thousands of people per day we guarantee that a minimum of 80% of each and every dollar […]
Washington, DC…In every corner of the country and the world, people are suffering the devastating toll of climate change. Historic hurricanes and floods wiping out homes, businesses, and houses of worship. Wildfires destroying whole neighborhoods and forcing families to leave their communities behind. Record temperatures affecting the lives and livelihoods of millions of Americans, especially […]
Washington, DC…Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 3.3 percent in the fourth quarter of 2023 (table 1), according to the “advance” estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the third quarter, real GDP increased 4.9 percent. The GDP estimate released today is based on source data that are […]
Davos, Switzerland…The 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum will provide a crucial space to focus on the fundamental principles driving trust, including transparency, consistency and accountability. This Annual Meeting will welcome over 100 governments, all major international organizations, 1000 Forum’s Partners, as well as civil society leaders, experts, youth representatives, social entrepreneurs, and […]
Arnold, CA…BIG NEWS this week for our distillery. Our North Grove Vodka earned the distinction of the Best Varietal Vodka in the USA from the World Vodka Awards! Later in February, it will go on to compete on the world stage in London against the other Best of Countries varietal vodkas! We’re proud to shine […]
Washington, DC…Existing-home sales retreated in December, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Among the four major U.S. regions, sales slipped in the Midwest and South, rose in the West and were unchanged in the Northeast. All four regions experienced year-over-year sales decreases. On an annual basis, existing-home sales (4.09 million) dropped to the lowest […]
Arnold, CA…With 54 years serving Tuolumne & Calaveras they know what it takes for you to fall in love with your floors. They have Laminate, Commercial & Residential Carpet & Flooring from Mohawk, Shaw & More. They also offer carpet restretching & repairs. Come visit them at their new location at 1771 Hwy 4 suite […]
Arnold, CA…At Arnold Auto Supply they care about you and your car. In fact their relationship with your vehicle may last long after you pass it along to the next caretaker. For years have even helped sponsor local car shows and events. For them your car is much more than just transportation. They can help […]
Arnold, CA…We just took a look at our November Traffic Numbers. We owe all of you another big Thank You!! You have lots of choices on where to send your browsers and we thank you for the 7,838,233 pageviews from 127,780 unique sites in November. If you are a local business, we would love to […]
Angels Camp, CA…On December 18, 2023, the Bret Harte Union High School District Board honored two people with Proclamations of Appreciation and a third for 22 years of service. The first honoree was Ashley DaSilva, a Bret Harte High School bus driver, who on November 22, 2023, pulled her bus to the side of the […]
Copperopolis, CA…Copperopolis’ 37th Annual “FIRST TASTE OF THE YEAR” Wine Tasting Fundraiser is Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 Advance or $30 Door Advance Locations (Cash or Check Only) at Lake Tulloch Plaza: Umpqua Bank, Bradley & Brown Realty, Copper Cove Center: The Pour House, The Town Square: […]
